Richard Achée

Richard Achée is Head of Partnerships at Edgescale AI, where he leads the company's global ecosystem strategy, building alliances that accelerate the deployment of Physical AI across manufacturing, healthcare, energy, utilities, and other mission-critical industries. 

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He works closely with technology leaders, system integrators, and enterprise partners to bring AI from the cloud into real-world operational environments at scale.

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With a career spanning Google, SAP, Oracle, and high-growth technology ventures, Richard has spent more than two decades helping organizations translate emerging technologies into measurable business outcomes. 

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A former Google Business Development leader and technology educator, he has advised startups, enterprise executives, and innovation teams across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, combining deep expertise in AI strategy, go-to-market partnerships, and executive leadership.

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Beyond his role at Edgescale AI, Richard is the Founder of Found42, where he helps executives build AI-native organizations through leadership education and practical AI systems. 

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A sought-after keynote speaker and educator, he is widely recognized for making complex AI concepts accessible and actionable, empowering leaders to adopt AI with clarity, confidence, and measurable impact.